Tuesday, May 7, 2024
2 – 4 p.m.
Attention consultant firms, contractors, subcontractors, and DBE, MBE, WBE or VSBE firms.
On March 26, 2024, the Maryland Transportation Authority’s (MDTA) Francis Scott Key Bridge (I-695) collapsed after a vessel strike. The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) hosted a virtual industry forum for the rebuilding of the Key Bridge on May 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. During the forum, MDTA representatives discussed the anticipated Progressive Design-Build (PDB) Process with potential consultants, contractors and subcontractors to help inform the pending Request for Proposals (RFP). Information on how to become Maryland Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) certified for this federal contracting opportunity was provided during the forum. The RFP is expected to be released by the end of May.
The MDTA is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its programs and services on the basis of race, color or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Additionally, the MDTA is committed to providing opportunities for participation in our minority and disadvantaged business communities. Together, rebuilding the Francis Scott Key Bridge will allow us to reflect MDTA's culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
MDTA Project Manager
Mr. Brian Wolfe, PE
Director of Project Development
Office of Engineering and Construction
Maryland Transportation Authority
Email: Info@KeyBridgeRebuild.com
Phone: 800-515-7030
Mail: Rebuilding the Key Bridge
2310 Broening Highway
Baltimore, MD 21224
The MDTA is working to quickly assemble the best team possible to rebuild the Key Bridge.
The forum included a presentation from MDTA and staff was available to answer questions about the PDB project delivery method, procurement process, and DBE opportunities and certification.
All forum materials, including questions and answers, were posted to the website following the virtual event. Questions were limited to the upcoming procurement opportunity only.
Purpose of the Key Bridge Rebuild Virtual Industry Forum:
We discussed:
The Virtual Industry Forum was recorded and posted to this website along with a summary of questions received and responses.
Participating in this Virtual Industry Forum is not a pre-requisite to participating in a future procurement process. Participants will not have any preference, special designation, advantage or disadvantage whatsoever in any subsequent procurement process to the project.
Individuals who require special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or who require translation services (free of charge) may contact the MDTA’s Title VI Officer at
Thank you for attending the Key Bridge Virtual Industry Forum. We value your opinion and request a few moments of your time to complete the Industry Forum Post Event Survey. Your feedback will help the MDTA improve events in the future. Thank you for your time.
MDTA is continuing to answer questions and will be updating the FAQs daily. Please check back frequently.
Updated 5/11/24
Interested in working with the MDTA? You can find valuable information on where to find contracts using eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA), resources and assistance through the MDTA Division of Civil Rights and Fair Practices (CRFP), MBE Certification Information and the Certified MBE Directory, and contact information for Minority and Women-owned businesses by visiting our Business page.
Small, minority-, veteran- and women-owned businesses especially DBE businesses are strongly encouraged to obtain their MDOT certifications now or verify that their MDOT certifications and work codes are up to date. The Key Bridge Rebuild will require the utilization of Maryland certified DBE firms to meet its DBE goal(s).
For more information regarding MDOT DBE certifications, visit MBE/DBE/ACDBE/SBE Certification - MDOT (maryland.gov) and the Governor’s Office – Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs.
For information on how to submit an application and application assistance, contact MDOT’s Office of Minority Business Enterprise (OMBE) with questions:.
Title VI, 42 U.S.C., * Section 2000d et seq., was enacted as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI-related statutes and regulations provide that no person shall on the ground of race, color, national origin, sex, English proficiency, or disabilities be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity.
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its programs and services on the basis of race, color or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Title VI ensures that public services, including transportation, are provided in an equitable and nondiscriminatory manner.
Title VI provides opportunities for public participation in decision-making without regard to race, color, or national origin, including populations with Limited English Proficiency (LEP).
Among other things, in operating a federally assisted program, the MDTA and its sub-recipients cannot on the basis of race, color, or national origin, either directly or indirectly:
MDTA strives to involve all groups relevant to its project in its public involvement activities. Please fill out and submit a Demographic Information Survey (PDF Download) to assist MDTA in planning outreach to communities during the course of the project.
Should you need LEP assistance or if you believe MDTA is not meeting the expectations of Title VI, you may direct questions, concerns, or file a complaint with the Title VI Program Manager.
You may file a Title VI complaint up to 180 days from the date of the alleged discrimination, by completing and submitting the agency's Title VI Complaint Form to MDTA’s Office of Equal Opportunity by:
Mailing the Title VI Complaint Form to:
Maryland Transportation Authority
Ryan Coleman, EEO Manager
Office of Equal Opportunity
2310 Broening Highway
Baltimore, MD 21224
Emailing the Title VI Complaint Form to:
Faxing the Title VI Complaint For to: MDTA's Office of Equal Opportunity at 410-537-1044
More information about Title VI can be found on the MDTA’s Title VI webpage.
